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THE ELEVATOR

#raiseyourstation.

When aspiring entrepreneurs or pivoting intrapreneurs stories aren't being told or heard, where do they turn? Many individuals with micro or meso-lever concepts never get a proper shot to change their family's circumstances or legacy because of barriers out of their control. What are the possibilities, if opening doors for stories to be told & dreams to be heard could happen? 

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​Since opening Business Elevator's doors in 2019, helping aspiring entrepreneurs or pivoting intrapreneurs find or strengthen their voice has been driving our mission forward. 

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Step into the ELEVATOR (press the ELEVATOR button) to find ways to raise your stations.

MEET THE ELEVATORS

Mark Pelmore, Co-Founder of Business Elevator

E MARK PELMORE

CO-FOUNDER

Coming from a career that included military service, corporate and educational training & development; Business Elevator was pleased to welcome E Mark Pelmore as one of the founding members.

 

His motivation, combined with a results-oriented ecosystem builder mindset, his attention to detail and quest for knowledge helps impact aspiring entrepreneurs or pivoting intrapreneurs through instruction and innovative learning tools.

James Corbin II, Co-Founder Business Elevator

JAMES CORBIN II

CO-FOUNDER

Coming from a career that included non-profit development and social impact; Business Elevator was pleased to welcome James Corbin II as one of the founding members.

 

His compassion combined with astute observation, business strategy & community building principles helps him connect with and share information to aspiring entrepreneurs or pivoting intrapreneurs on multiply levels. 

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

Jeff Kurtz, Board Member

Jeff Kurtz - member

Professor, Gies School of Business, University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Anne Craig, Board Member

Ann Craig - member

Senior Director, Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Illinois

Vacellia Clark, Ex Officio Board Member

Vacellia Clark - Ex Officio Member

City of Urbana, Human Relations Officer (Retired)

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